The cheongsam is a female dress with distinctive Chinese features. It can either be long or short, unlined or interlined, plain or embroidered. Made of different materials into different styles, Chinese Cheongsams can be worn either on casual or formal occasions. In either case, it creates an impression of simple and quiet charm, elegance and neatness. The best way to understand the cheongsam is to have one of your own, made just for you!